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Chocolate Cream Couscous Cake

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INGREDIENTS

Couscous Filling

2 1/4 cups water
1 1/4 cup Sucanat
1/4 cup cocoa
1 cup couscous
1 T vanilla
Chocolate Cream Filling
10 oz / 285 g / 1 1/2 cups dairy-free chocolate chips
2 boxes (10.5 oz / 300 g each) firm silken tofu
3 T maple syrup

METHOD

In a medium saucepan combine water, cocoa, sucanat and couscous. Bring to a simmer, stirring occasionally and cook until thickened (10 to 15 minutes). Add vanilla and stir. Spread mixture into a 9 inch / 23 cm springform pan (one that has a removable side).

Melt chocolate chips in a double boiler. If unavailable, add water to a saucepan and place a metal bowl over the steam to create a homemade version. Melting chocolate directly over an electric stove will not work-the chocolate will crystalize. Transfer chocolate to a blender, add tofu, and blend. Add maple syrup and blend again until smooth.

Pour filling evenly over couscous. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours. Serve cold. Top with fresh fruit such as sliced strawberries or kiwi.

NOTES

Makes 8 servings.

Source: "Friendly Foods" by Brother Ron Pickarski

posted by Johan Van Gompel